Governing Body

The Governing Body is the International Board of the European Youth Parliament which represents the interests of the network.

The Governing Body of the European Youth Parliament, Berlin, January 2025.

The responsibilities of the Governing Body (GB) include ensuring the strategic development of the organisation, facilitating the work of the European Youth Parliament (EYP) on the international level, and overseeing the annual International Sessions. In collaboration with the National Committees and EYP members, it establishes guidelines that ensure the quality and safety of our activities.

The six members of the Governing Body are elected by the National Committees as well as EYP members on different dates, to ensure a smooth transition of responsibilities and expertise. A representative of the Schwarzkopf Foundation, as well as the EYP’s Executive Director, are part of the international board. The EYP’s Executive Director participates in every meeting.

Members of the Governing Body 2025

  • Güneş Uğuz

    Türkiye
    “EYP always offers new opportunities for everyone to discover the world around us, develop and empower themselves to create a positive impact. Being a part of the Governing Body is a truly inspiring chance to work with the young people all around the EYP network, widen and improve our organisation. I am enthusiastic about contributing to the network by forming stronger bonds and enhancing the cooperation between the members, alumni and National Committees.”

  • İrem Apaydin

    Türkiye
    EYP is a great network that empowers the youth to become active citizens who value the intercultural dialogue and collaboration for a better future. I am very honoured to have the opportunity to represent this diverse community as one of the Governing Body members and am looking forward to working together with our members to strengthen our organisation at an (inter)national level.

  • Rufat Mir Feyzullazadeh

    Azerbaijan
    "As a Governing Body member of EYP, I am privileged to be part of a unique platform that impacts the lives of thousands of young people from across Europe. Through my role, I have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to this process. I firmly believe that together, we can cultivate a stronger and more accessible organization for the youth of Europe"

  • Ivor Meštrović

    Croatia
    I am exuberant to join the Governing Body and contribute to the development of our Network. Many young Europeans call our Network life-changing experience because of the immense personal and active citizenship development. It is my great honour to put my diverse experiences and an unwavering dedication into shaping the organisation and working with many Europeans across the continent.

  • Vedad Misirlić

    Bosnia and Herzegovina
    I am thrilled to become a part of the Governing Body and to contribute to the ongoing growth of the Network, which has been a transformative experience for so many young people across the network. It is a true honour to apply my experience and commitment to shaping an organisation that empowers young Europeans to engage as active citizens, foster their personal and professional development, and draw inspiration from diversity and inclusion. Being a member of the Governing Body has been my dream even since I became a part of the network, and I am looking forward to working tirelessly in ensuring that the network reaches great new heights.

  • Linda Vaher

    Estonia
    It is an honour for me to contribute and give back to the Network with the skills I have acquired from participating in different projects throughout the years. As a member of the Governing Body, I look forward to helping young Europeans further develop our organisation and shape the future of Young Europe.

  • Anya Suprunenko

    Executive Director European Youth Parliament

  • Tomáš Sacher

    Executive Director of the Schwarzkopf-Foundation Young Europe